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World Cup 2014 team preview – Chile

Chile is could be consider as outsider or one of the dark horses of the tournament. They played with high-intensity, high-pressure brand of football.

Notable Strength -They will have the capabilities at hand to disrupt the opposition and keep the ball for long periods themselves. and attacking threats anchored with Alexis Sánchez.

Notable Weakness – Defense. That’s the major concern for them. If they stop the flow of goal into their own net , they could be a difficult team to play.

Projected Starting XI

Goalkeeper – Claudio Bravo will be starting between the sticks for Chile

Defenders – Defense is a major concern for Chile , Gary Medel is the anchor of that defense , it will include Mauricio Isla , Gonzalo Jara and Eugenio Mena at the backline.

Midfielders – Arturo Vidal will be crucial for Chile’s success , Mauricio Isla could start at the midfield. You could add Jean Beausejour , Marcelo Díaz , Fabián Orellana and Jorge Valdívia at the midfield mix.

Forwards – Alexis Sanchez and Eduardo Vargas will be expected to lead the attacking line for chile. Both could provide headaches to opposing defenders.

Key Player –Arturo Vidal will be crucial for Chile , Probably the most complete midfielder in the world. Exceptional passing is , excellent tackling and ability to read the game is outstanding. His work-rate and athleticism is as impressive as anyone in the game.

Surprise – Well if anyone would be surprise , it could be the opponents of Chile . They can be a dangerous squad to deal with. But then the surprise player could be Jorge Valdívia.

One to Watch – Alexis Sanchez should be the player to watch for Chile , if can carry the team along with Vidal is yet to be answered. One thing is for sure Sanchez could provide headaches for the opposing defenders. Eduardo Vargas should provide a lot of help for the Alexis Sanchez who will be a marked man for Chile.

Young Star – Chile brought a mature squad , But two younger players such as fullback and winger Miiko Albornoz could thrive if he’s given playing time. But Felipe Gutiérrez be more influential if he’s given a chance at the midfield.

Projection

Making it out of the Group Stage should be a good achievement for them. Especially they belong in the group with world cup finalist Netherlands and Champions Spain. If they make it to the round of 16, It would be to the cost of either Spain and Netherlands.